iterative
adjective
it·er·a·tive
ˈi-tə-ˌrā-tiv 
-rə-
-rə-
: involving repetition: such as
a
: expressing repetition of a verbal action
b
: utilizing the repetition of a sequence of operations or procedures
iterative programming methods
iteratively
adverb
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The researchers used an iterative process to refine the robot's skills.
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Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 8 Aug. 2024
Trickle-down economics may be garbage, but Sony is a steadfast believer in trickle down electronics and the new ZV-E10 II continues its trend of bringing small, iterative changes down from its pricier cameras to more affordable models.
—Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 10 July 2024
All this new information on upcoming iPhones suggests that Apple is continuing to seek modest, iterative improvements to the devices, with a sustained emphasis on camera functionality.
—Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 24 July 2024
Moss’s footnotes flag common themes, including tenacious work ethics, mentorship, and iterative revisions.
—The New Yorker, 24 June 2024
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Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 8 Aug. 2024
Trickle-down economics may be garbage, but Sony is a steadfast believer in trickle down electronics and the new ZV-E10 II continues its trend of bringing small, iterative changes down from its pricier cameras to more affordable models.
—Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 10 July 2024
All this new information on upcoming iPhones suggests that Apple is continuing to seek modest, iterative improvements to the devices, with a sustained emphasis on camera functionality.
—Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 24 July 2024
Moss’s footnotes flag common themes, including tenacious work ethics, mentorship, and iterative revisions.
—The New Yorker, 24 June 2024
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“Iterative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterative. Accessed 17 Sep. 2024.
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